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Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:26 PM IST

Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is used to treat fever and mild to moderate pain in children. It contains Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol. It works by blocking the action of chemical messengers responsible for making the child feel the sensation of pain, swelling, and other symptoms associated with pain. It reduces a high temperature (fever) by altering the chemical messengers in an area of the brain that regulates body temperature.

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Veritaz Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

for this medicine

About Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension

Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is used to relieve pain. Pain can be acute (temporary) or chronic (long-lasting). Acute pain is short-term and caused by damage to the tissues of the muscle, bone, or other organs. Chronic pain lasts for a long duration and is caused by pathologies like nerve damage, etc. It helps provide relief from symptoms of muscle pain and dental pain in children. Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is also used to reduce fever.

Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is a combination medicine containing two drugs, namely, Mefenamic acid (NSAID) and Paracetamol (antipyretic). Mefenamic acid works by blocking the effect of a chemical known as prostaglandin, responsible for inducing pain and inflammation in our body. Paracetamol lowers the elevated body temperature and mild pain by inhibiting the synthesis of a chemical messenger (prostaglandin) and promoting heat loss (through sweating) that helps reset the hypothalamic thermostat.

Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension may cause certain side effects in your child, such as abdominal pain, cold-like nose symptoms (in children), or diarrhoea (in children). These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your paediatrician. Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension should be taken as advised by your doctor. Do not give more than the prescribed dose of Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension to the child. Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension can be given with or without food. The dose of the medicine will be decided by your paediatrician depending on the type and severity of the infection.

Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension to your child if she/he is allergic to antibiotics. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition, including his current medications and medical history, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform your child’s doctor about liver and kidney disease. Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is not recommended for use in children below six months of age as its safety and efficacy are not established.

Uses of Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension

Treatment of Pain and Fever

Medicinal Benefits

Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is a combination medicine of Mefenamic acid (an NSAID) and Paracetamol (an antipyretic). Ibuprofen works by blocking the effect of a chemical known as prostaglandin, which is responsible for inducing pain and inflammation in our body. Paracetamol lowers elevated body temperature and mild pain by inhibiting the synthesis of a chemical messenger (prostaglandin) and promoting heat loss (through sweating) that helps reset the hypothalamic thermostat.

Directions for Use

Oral suspension: Shake the container well before each use. Measure the required amount of this medicine into the measuring cup and administer it to your child. It is advised to measure the quantity accurately with a syringe or measuring spoon containing markings.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Flavour

Orange

Side Effects of Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

Avoid giving Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension to your child if she or he is allergic to it. Keep your pediatrician informed about your child’s health condition, including their previous medications and medical history, to rule out any side effects or interactions. Before administration, inform the pediatrician about all the OTC medicines, including other vitamin supplements, that your child is taking. It is advised not to give more than the prescribed dose of medicine. Also, inform your doctor if your child has liver or kidney-related issues before administration. Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is intended for use by children. Hence, adults, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers should avoid taking this medicine.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension has interactions with antibiotics (azithromycin, erythromycin), antacids (cimetidine), antifungals (ketoconazole), respiratory disease medicine (theophylline), and decongestants (pseudoephedrine), anti-viral or anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before administering Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension if your child has any history of kidney or liver disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AZITHROMYCIN
  • CIMETIDINE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • THEOPHYLLINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stress affects the child’s immune system and raises the risk of illness. Hence, try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • Sleeping for 7-9 hours each night can make your child stay fit and safe.
  • Make your child to drink more fluids to avoid dehydration.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: Pain can be short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic). Acute pain is short-term and caused by damage to the tissues of the muscle, bone, or organs. In contrast, chronic pain lasts for a longer duration. It is caused by pathologies like nerve damage, Osteoarthritis, and dental pain caused by damage to the tooth nerve, infection, decay, extraction, or injury.

Fever: Fever is not a disease but a sign that your body is trying to fight an infection or illness in which your body's immune system gets activated to fight infections caused by bacteria or viruses. A normal temperature is around 98.6 F but may vary from person to person. Fever is caused due to the 'pyrogen' released by the hypothalamus part of the brain. This pyrogen causes heat-generating effects that match a new higher temperature set point to fight infection.

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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if your child has a liver impairment or if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if your child has a kidney impairment or if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe

Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is safe for children above 6 months of age if prescribed by the doctor. Your pediatrician will decide the dose of the medicine. Do not give your child more than the recommended dose.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Titanium Building, 3Rd Floor, Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad €“ 500084
Other Info - FEP0040

FAQs

Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is used to treat Pain and Fever.
Mefenamic acid (NSAID) and Paracetamol (antipyretic). Mefenamic acid works by blocking the effect of a chemical known as prostaglandin, which is responsible for inducing pain and inflammation in our body. Paracetamol lowers elevated body temperature and mild pain by inhibiting the synthesis of a chemical messenger (prostaglandin) and promoting heat loss (through sweating).
Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension can cause diarrhea as a side effect in some children. If your child has diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your paediatrician tells you to.
The side effects of Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension include nausea, indigestion, stomach pain and diarrhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is safe to use in prescribed dose and duration. The patient should follow doctor’s recommendations.
Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is generally used for short term and can be stopped when the pain is relieved. However, it should be continued for as long as it is advised by your doctor.
Yes, the use of Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension can cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with food, milk, or antacids can avoid nausea. Avoid giving fried or fatty foods to your child along with Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension. If vomiting occurs, let your child drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small and frequent sips. If vomiting persists and if you notice signs of dehydration such as a low frequency of urination and dark colored and strong-smelling urine, consult your doctor. Do not give any other medicine to your child without consulting your doctor.
Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to painkillers (NSAIDS) or any of the components or excipients of this medicine. Also, let the doctor know if the patient has kidney or liver disease.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before giving Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension to your child with vitamin B-complex or other supplements.
Yes, the long-term use of Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce prostaglandins, a chemical that protects them from damage. Long term use of painkillers lowers the prostaglandins levels in the body leading to kidney damage. Therefore, painkillers are not recommended to patients with underlying kidney disease.
No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension may increase the risk of side effects such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, heartburn, diarrhoea and can also harm kidneys when used for extended period of time. If your child pain is not relieved by the recommended doses or if your child experiences increased severity of pain, please consult your doctor.
Store Fepanil-Mef Orange Flavour Suspension below 25°C. Protect from light. Keep it out of reach and sight of children.

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